I want these to sit on a table. Does wire structure allow lanterns to keep shape without hanging?
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Yes, it does allow them to still maintain their shape when not hanging. I imagine they would roll around though. So maybe you can use a small piece of Scotch tape and tape the wire to the table.
16549
You actually have to insert a wire expander for it to hold its shape and after that they will continue to hold their shape, even without hanging. However, because the expander extends the ends slightly, they may not stand up perfectly straight, but instead may lean a little bit. They will stay standing, however. Also, if color is important just be weary because they are randomly chosen and put in a box. I got 3/8 of the same color only in a slightly lighter shade.
16550
The wire bulges out slightly on the bottom, and the top has a hook in the way, but it is just barely off so you could put something around the base and it would, or maybe if u bent it slightly.
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The light string is not designed to be shortened. The only way is to cut and terminate the wire. The sockets are fixed and cannot be moved either. This is a great light set, however. Well made. I installed under my patio cover and use a dimmer switch.
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They don't need to hang. One of my holders is a ceramic pig from Japan that has a wire hanger from which you hang the coil. The other holder I have is a metal tin (also from Japan) and you just light the coil and lay it flat in the can. You could set it on a brick or piece of slate or ANY non-flammable surface. It acts exactly like incense...burns slowly...no flame, just smoke. You can even break up the coils, light the various pieces, and set them around the perimeter of your patio or deck or wherever you're hanging out, creating a mosquito 'shield' around you.
354377
Yes, I think they would work on a light table. They are awesome to play with and build with.
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We have not heard any customer feedback about anyone using mantles in these lanterns. I'm afraid we can't answer this question. Sorry we couldn't be of anymore help!
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It's doubtful. The stand is very sturdy, but it's lightweight and clearly meant for light items. The "arm" at the top which actually holds the lantern is retractable. That's the weakest point...I wouldn't risk it.
994712
They are not attached there is a piece of wire that goes through the wick, make sure you put it on top of the wire toward the lantern so it does not fall off
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the block has a hole. lantern has metal wire at base. these work good in low winds
880543
There is a metal frame that goes inside these, and they come with strings that are easily attached to the frame. We really liked these lanterns. They seem very durable.
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Yes - not the lantern. There is a square wick that you need to attach to a metal frame at the opening. Very simple.
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Each wire/ cord's length can be adjusted individually, so I suppose you could hang them on an angled ceiling. ...however it would be tricky to get it level. We currently have LED's in our fixture without any problems.
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My lamps have holes at the base of the lamps, on the side so that the lamp is not resting on the cord. If you have a jar with a hole drilled into the side, it seems that would be ok. What you don't want is for the lamp to be wobbly due to a cord running under the base with no hole or no groove. Can you insert the cord and then set the lamp onto a flat surface to check for stability?
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My landscapers did it for me - they got one that was slightly bigger than the stake that comes out of the lamp - that keeps it from tilting too much in there with the wind, etc, and I think they also put something in there to stabilize it. The benefit is that they could make the stake a lot longer that way, and it has really stabilized the lamp. They look great and they have stayed put during some big winds....
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There is a metal frame that holds the shape of the lantern. Most people hang the lights froma string inside the lantern. You just tiue the string to the top the frame and let the light hang down inside the lantern. thanks kevin
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No not real heavy. I have them on hangers and they have not blown off even in high winds we got the other day. They would be perfect for a table though. I think they would look really nice. Maybe put a bead of clear caulk on the bottom and they would not go anywhere? They would look really nice on a table and would put off ideal light.
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I used fishing string...there is a metal piece throught the top of the lamp...just use the length you want for each one! Very nice piece for decoration:)
879706
They have a hook,which could hang from a stiff wire or slender rod. You might be able to close the hooks up with a pair of pliers to form a circle if you wanted to.